Sicklerville Letters & Opinions
Loss of ‘hockey’ brothers is wake-up call for prevention of DUI
"A strong smell of alcohol." It's one of the first signs a law-enforcement officer will recognize upon encountering a drunk driver. In the case of...
The value of grandparents in their grandchildren’s lives
Among some of our fondest memories as we age are those that evoke our past, and few things give us as much pleasure as...
‘Now is the time’: We can do more to make towns livable for seniors
There's a movement around the globe to make communities more welcoming and livable for the elderly. In New Jersey, the effort is being rewarded by...
Lock ’em up: Why stores are putting diapers and deodorant behind glass
Lots of products are flying off shelves at groceries, drug stores and other retailers. But not in a good way.Diapers, batteries and coffee are...
Poll problem: A nationwide and local shortage of election workers
This year is shaping up to be among the most consequential in history, with a presidential election that will be one for the ages.But...
The wrath of the bully: How to protect your children
The guessing has already begun about a motive in the shooting of Donald Trump nearly two weeks ago. And at least initially, the thought...
The not-so-golden years: Accepting old age with grace
As the fallout from President Joe Biden's debate debacle continues, the whole episode may be evoking the painful reality that we will all grow...
Young crowd control: Towns grapple with dangerous youth behavior
What should communities do about unruly kids?First, let's stop referring to them as such. They aren't merely impish children engaged in harmless play. That certainly...
At 80 years old, the G.I. Bill has impacted generations
Eighty years ago, the government set in motion a program that would have a major impact on American life: the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of...
Book smarts: Two nonprofits join forces to increase reading in kids
The nonprofit BookSmiles gives away thousands of new or gently-used books a year to kids with limited access to reading material. But because of...
Higher learning, higher anxiety: Colleges see higher rates of PTSD
PTSD is on the rise among American college students.According to a JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association) study released last month and reported...
Hitting the road with a cell phone in hand can cost lives
Pennsylvania will soon ban drivers from handling cell phones for almost any purpose while driving, a measure first introduced by the state's governor, Josh...
June puts the emphasis on cancer – and some concerning trends
Hearing the word cancer from a doctor hardly ever suggests good news. It's estimated that the number of cancer cases nationally will eclipse two...
Why summer camp can be ‘transformational’ for kids
Is there anything sweeter in the life of a child than the experience of summer camp?Consultant Jennifer Rosen Petkun doesn't think so. She's been...
‘Not just another bar’: How the VFW and American Legion serve their communities
Several people were recognized at the Mantua VFW late last month for their contributions to the community. They included a police officer of the...
Meeting the educational needs of children with autism
A recent event at a Voorhees school to promote support for autism education featured music from a local DJ. Nothing unusual there, except the guy...
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